Walking and Rambling in Ironbridge
Overview
If you're planning on staying at YHA Ironbridge Coalport, why not download a free map and get out exploring?
All our self-guided walks start and end at a YHA hostel and are graded so that you can explore the area at your own pace.
Coalport and Ironbridge
This walk passes through lovely countryside and highlights the industrial history of the area
Easy route (PDF, 1.2MB)
4.4 miles, takes 1h 45m - 3h
Broseley
A lovely walk crossing the River Severn to Broseley and returning through a nature reserve
Moderate route (PDF, 1.2MB)
5.9 miles, takes 2h 45m - 4h 30m
Much Wenlock
Along the picturesque River Severn to Much Wenlock, returning through Shropshire countryside
Challenging route (PDF, 1.1MB)
16 miles, takes 7h 15m - 8h 15m
All our walking routes are tried and tested to help you explore this beautiful part of England. To assist with route selection and planning, you’ll also find a description of the hazards and facilities, accessibility information and points of interest on the maps
What makes it special
- Explore the local area at your own pace
- Tried and tested walking routes with detailed instructions
- Points of interest highlighted along the way
Useful guides
Want to understand more about our maps or develop your walking skills? Here are some useful guides we have created to help you to prepare for your chosen walk
Hostels nearby
Other things to do nearby
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Watersports in Ironbridge
We've done it in a canoe, kayak and even in a white water raft and we love it.
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Enginuity
Switch on your imagination in our interactive Design & Technology Centre and discover how ideas are turned into products. Visit the Enginuity website
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Ironbridge Gorge Museums
There are ten award-winning Museums along the valley beside the wild River Severn - still spanned by the world's first Iron Bridge. Visit the Museums website for full details
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Jackfield Tile Museum
Want to get to know more about local industry? The Jackfield Tile Museum lets you wander through an atmospheric Edwardian Tube Station and a old-fashioned pub. Want to paint your own tile(s),
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Blist Hill Victorian Village
Meet the Victorians in this recreated Victorian town, with cottages, shops and workplaces. Don't miss the horse and cart ride! See the Blist Hill pages of the Ironbridge website
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Coalport China Museum
50 metres Explore the National Collections of Coalport China and watch daily demonstrations of china making. Visit the website
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Mountain biking in Ironbridge
Take an historic ride on the Silkin Way from Coalport or follow the cycle routes in to Ironbridge following the banks of the River Severn.
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Cycling in Ironbridge
Follow cycle route 45, 55 and 81 from the doorstep, do your own thing or take an Olympic journey and cycle to the home of Wenlock Olympian Games and have a well earned tea and cake.
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Plush Hill Cycles
Specialising in mountain bikes and riding the Long Mynd. Pop in for a brew and a chat - advice is free!
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Wroxeter Roman City
10 miles For an unforgettable look into the past, visit Wroxeter for one of the best preserved examples of a British Roman town.
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RAF Cosford
Admission is free to this museum with 70 aircraft on display. Home to war planes, missiles and transport & training collections. Visit the website
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Bridgnorth Cliff Railway
A working railway transports customer up 111 foot sandstone cliffs that separate the town and the River Severn. Visit the Railway website
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Attingham Park
Attingham Park features an elegant 18th century mansion set in beautiful parkland. Don't miss the atmospheric dining room, set for an evening banquet.
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Walking and Rambling in Shropshire
Get back to nature and stride out on foot to explore this beautiful part of the country.
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Watersports in Shropshire
Great for canoeing on the River Severn. Bring your own canoe and spend a day on the water. Don't forget your picnic!
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Cycling in All Stretton
Jump on your bike and enjoy the rolling landscape on your bike. Seasoned pro or just fancy a ride, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
